26-08-2015, 01:05 PM
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Re: Cynicism
Originally Posted by ruthio
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Cynicism is like sarcasm...ugly
26-08-2015, 01:11 PM
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Re: Cynicism
Originally Posted by dukeofearl
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A bit of satire is fun. What is Staysure btw, a type of deodorant or a contraceptive?
I agree that a bit of satire is fun, also there is fun to be had in a bit of sarcasm and a bit of irony and a bit of cynicism and all...but too much is very negative and negativity can become very ugly.
26-08-2015, 04:43 PM
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Re: Cynicism
Originally Posted by Pumicestone
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Someone much smarter than I asked " If my cynicism is justified, am I still a cynic ?"
Ruthio reckons cynicism is 'ugly'.
I relate cynicism to skepticism and reckon that in politics, religion or business, both can prove healthy.
What I was trying to say was that the negative attitude perpetually put out by cynics can wear thin and appears ugly after a while.
I hope that makes more sense.
26-08-2015, 05:14 PM
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Re: Cynicism
Originally Posted by Pumicestone
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I relate cynicism to skepticism and reckon that in politics, religion or business, both can prove healthy.
In today's world the only sensible approach is that of Benjamin Franklin:
26-08-2015, 05:30 PM
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Re: Cynicism
Now people, do we all know the difference between cynical and sceptical?A person who is cynical generally has a very bad outlook on life, and has very little faith in others.
A person who is skeptical is more likely to put in the appropriate research before believing what they are told.
Someone who is cynical usually assumes people are out to screw them.
Someone who is skeptical understands there are bad people out there, and that is why we must be questioning and careful and deliberate in our decisions.
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